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The world's 17 most dangerous countries (according to the Foreign Office)

Why? "There is a high threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners. Terrorist groups continue to mount attacks on hotels, cafes and restaurants. There is a risk that terrorist groups may cross the border from Mali and the northern border with Niger into Burkina Faso to carry out kidnap attacks."

What are tourists missing? The Ruins of Loropéni, a 1,000-year-old settlement, is a Unesco World Heritage Site, the Sindou Peaks rock formations (pictured) would certainly tempt hikers.